Ultimate Juicy Gourmet Burger with Creamy Sauce
Ingredients:
✅ For the Burger Patties:
1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend for juiciness)
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp paprika
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp butter (for searing)
✅ For the Creamy Sauce:
½ cup mayonnaise
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp ketchup
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp pickle relish
1 tsp lemon juice
✅ For Assembling the Burger:
2 brioche buns, toasted
2 slices cheddar cheese
2 tbsp butter, for buns
2 tbsp fresh herbs (chopped parsley or chives)
Instructions:
1️⃣ Prepare the Sauce:
In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, ketchup, garlic powder, paprika, pickle relish, and lemon juice.
Stir well and set aside in the fridge.
2️⃣ Make the Patties:
In a bowl, combine ground beef, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and Worcestershire sauce.
Gently form two thick patties, ensuring not to overwork the meat.
3️⃣ Cook the Patties:
Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and melt butter.
Place patties in the pan and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until a deep crust forms.
Add cheddar cheese on top during the last minute, covering with a lid to melt.
4️⃣ Assemble the Burger:
Toast brioche buns in butter until golden brown.
Spread a layer of the creamy sauce on the bottom bun.
Place the seared beef patty on top.
Drizzle extra creamy sauce over the patty, letting it spill slightly.
Garnish with fresh herbs and place the top bun.
🔥 Serve immediately and enjoy this rich, gourmet burger! 🍔🔥